The nationwide job market continues to be an uphill battle. Those looking for employment continue searching the newspaper, various websites and networking with others. I have talked about looking into seasonal work – although temporary, it can provide income for a period of time. We often hear “seasonal” and think retail work…given the holiday season and the sought after, Black Friday shopping. However, we live in Colorado and with that being said, seasonal means far more than Black Friday.

Most people think of the mountains when they hear Colorado. They think skiing, snowboarding and various outdoor activities…all of which are true. However, in order to tap into those winter activities, we need one primary ingredient – snow. Denver gets its fair share of snow throughout the winter season. We manage to trek through our sidewalks and driveways and battle the snowy roadways, in an effort to continue functioning as normal. And how is that possible?

There is an entire industry that makes this possible. And this industry is seeking employees to assist throughout this snow filled season.

Landscaping companies and private contractors are hiring shovelers and drivers for this snow season. Often times, these positions are part time, seasonal and/or on-call. Some require CDL licenses, but not all. Although this isn’t easy work, the money is good and it provides some employment and financial stability for at least the winter season. If you are seeking further information, look into snow removal companies, landscaping companies, or just a basic Craigslist search. Reality is, if you are struggling in this job market, any lead is a positive one and a step in the right direction.